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visas
US immigration attorney: By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer
Visiting the United States on a B-2 tourist visa is a great way to explore the country, reconnect with family, or even receive medical treatment. But one question often arises: Can I legall ...
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visas
US immigration attorney: By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer
If you’re visiting the United States on a nonimmigrant visa, one of the most important details you need to track is your authorized period of stay. Many people mistakenly believe that they mu ...
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green card
US immigration attorney: By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer
Are you currently in the United States and wondering how you can obtain your green card without having to travel abroad? The process you may be looking for is called Adjustment of Status ...
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immigration
US immigration attorney: By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer
If you're a highly skilled professional, researcher, entrepreneur, or academic hoping to live and work permanently in the United States, the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) may be your ...
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green card
US immigration attorney: By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer
As an asylee in the United States, you’ve already taken a brave step toward securing your safety and rebuilding your life. The next step in your immigration journey is one that offers lon ...
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citizenship
US immigration attorney: By Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer
On February 28, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a revised policy expanding its authority to issue Notices to Appear (NTAs) following the denial of immigrati ...
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green card
US immigration attorney:
Many lawful permanent residents (green card holders) are surprised to learn that traveling outside of the United States can trigger significant legal scrutiny upon their return. Whether you’ve been gone for two weeks or six months, U.S. C ...
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immigration
US immigration attorney:
International travelers know the pain of long immigration lines after a long flight. That’s why Global Entry, a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program, is a game-changer. It allows pre-approved travelers to skip the tradit ...
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immigration
US immigration attorney:
When applying for a U.S. visa or green card, most applicants are required to undergo a medical exam by a designated civil surgeon or panel physician. During this exam, certain health-related conditions may result in a finding of inadmissi ...
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visas
US immigration attorney:
Receiving a U.S. visa is often the result of months—sometimes years—of planning, paperwork, and preparation. So it can come as a shock when that visa is revoked, sometimes without warning. Visa revocation doesn’t just disrupt travel—it ca ...